Every year, researchers and people out in nature capture some aspect of animal behavior that’s unusual or unexpected in some ...

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This video debunks common misconceptions about animals that persist despite scientific evidence. Popular media, folklore, and ...

The study of animal behavior is a cornerstone of psychology for several reasons. Ethology, or the study of animals in their natural habitats, sheds light on how animals interact with each other and ...

Scientists discover that deer markings may glow at dawn and dusk, adding light to scent based communication during mating ...

Pattern images merge outlines of an organism’s position at different timepoints to depict movement, providing a still image that increases LabGym’s accuracy in recognizing behavior types. Shown are ...

It’s often said that pets replicate their owner’s behaviors, but it’s not just those early bedtime routines and naps on the couch that they copy. Have you ever felt stressed or anxious around your pet ...

Homosexual behavior is much more common across the animal kingdom than we first thought, new research has found. Scientists found that 78 percent of animal behavior experts had seen some degree of ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Earlier this year two male penguins at the Berlin Zoo made headlines ...

Can animals be gay? It’s a common question. Some people want animal sexual behavior to help them decide what’s “natural” when it comes to sex and attraction. Others argue that we can’t apply human ...

Officer Benjamin Douglas of the Nevada Police Department has spent 17 years as an animal control officer, responding to calls ...